
Mckesson Corp
NYSE:MCK

Gross Margin
Mckesson Corp
Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.
Gross Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Gross Margin |
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US |
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Mckesson Corp
NYSE:MCK
|
87.4B USD |
4%
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|
US |
A
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Amerisourcebergen Corp
LSE:0HF3
|
55.4B USD |
3%
|
|
US |
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Cencora Inc
NYSE:COR
|
55B USD |
3%
|
|
US |
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Cardinal Health Inc
NYSE:CAH
|
32.4B USD |
3%
|
|
AU |
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Sigma Healthcare Ltd
ASX:SIG
|
34.6B AUD |
7%
|
|
CN |
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Huadong Medicine Co Ltd
SZSE:000963
|
65.6B CNY |
32%
|
|
KR |
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Celltrion Healthcare Co Ltd
KOSDAQ:091990
|
12.2T KRW |
30%
|
|
AU |
E
|
EBOS Group Ltd
OTC:EBOSY
|
8.2B USD |
13%
|
|
US |
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Henry Schein Inc
NASDAQ:HSIC
|
8B USD |
32%
|
|
CN |
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Shanghai Pharmaceuticals Holding Co Ltd
SSE:601607
|
53B CNY |
11%
|
|
CN |
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Sinopharm Group Co Ltd
HKEX:1099
|
56B HKD |
8%
|
Mckesson Corp
Glance View
McKesson Corporation, with its roots tracing back to 1833, stands as a healthcare titan in the pharmaceutical industry. Founded by John McKesson and Charles Olcott in New York City, the company began its journey as an importer and wholesaler of botanical drugs. McKesson has since evolved into one of the largest healthcare companies in the world, delivering critical logistics and distribution services that underpin the healthcare sector. The company's primary role is that of an intermediary, ensuring that pharmaceutical products and medical supplies make their way efficiently from manufacturers to pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics. This pivotal position places McKesson at the heart of the supply chain, making health products more accessible and affordable across North America and beyond. The operational mechanics of McKesson are a complex yet seamless orchestration of advanced logistics, technology, and customer service. By maintaining a vast network of distribution centers, the corporation processes and ships millions of pharmaceutical products daily, ensuring they are delivered within stringent timeframes. Through its well-oiled logistics system, McKesson earns its revenue mainly from the margins on product sales and the fees it charges for its distribution services. Furthermore, the company has diversified into additional areas like healthcare technology solutions, offering software and automation systems that aid healthcare providers in managing their operations more effectively. In summary, McKesson remains an indispensable player in healthcare, translating logistical prowess into a streamlined flow of pharmaceuticals from production to patient care.

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Gross Margin is the amount of money a company retains after incurring the direct costs associated with producing the goods it sells and the services it provides. The higher the gross margin, the more capital a company retains, which it can then use to pay other costs or satisfy debt obligations.
Based on Mckesson Corp's most recent financial statements, the company has Gross Margin of 3.8%.